NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2568 Covel Bluff Rd Ottawa, IL 61350

Estimated Value: $378,000 - $404,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,498 Sq Ft
$157/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 27, 2015

Last sale price $225,000 $90 Per Sq Ft

Est. 74% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,074/month

170 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

About This Home

As of February 2015

2 beautiful acres- heavily wooded, bluffed lot sloping to the Covel Creek valley. 4 bedrms, 2.5 baths. Cathedral ceilings hardwd floors,skylights,fireplace. Modern kitchen with center island- open to family room. Dramatic living rm. Separate dining rm. Spacious master suite-Jacuzzi. Main floor laundry. Full basement with finished office. 17x27 screened porch overlooking woods. Extensive decking. Partially fenced.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Debbie Burns

RE/MAX 1st Choice License #471009811 Listed on: 08/07/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Burns

RE/MAX 1st Choice License #471009811 Listed on: 08/07/2014

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,933

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

Lot Details

  • 2 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 42x457x338x519
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Fenced Yard
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,498 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Storage Shed

Schools

  • Mckinley Elementary School
  • Shepherd Middle School
  • Ottawa Township High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Private or Community Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,933

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Age: 21-25 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry
  • LivingArea: 2498
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Office
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Deck, Porch, Porch Screened, Storage Shed
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 239625
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Fenced Yard, Wooded
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Private Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • High School: OTTAWA TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle/Junior School: SHEPHERD MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • Middle/Junior School District: 141
  • Elementary School #2: CENTRAL ELEMENTARY: 5TH AND 6TH GRADE

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 2
  • Lot Dimensions: 42X457X338X519
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 18
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6933
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 2020
Sold by
Lasalle County Sheriff
Bought by
Pike Jeremiah W
Total Days on Market
170
Current Estimated Value
$391,473

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2014
Sold by
Miller Miller Sean D Sean D and Miller Debroa J
Bought by
Checowicz Nicholas J and Checowicz Tiffany M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$237,500
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 2006
Sold by
Newmann Lynn M
Bought by
Miller Sean D and Miller Debra J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$228,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Pike Jeremiah W -- None Available
Checowicz Nicholas J $225,000 Lasalle County Title
Miller Sean D $285,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Pike Jeremiah W $214,500
Previous Owner Cechowicz Nicholas J $237,500
Previous Owner Checowicz Nicholas J $237,500
Previous Owner Miller Sean D $215,000
Previous Owner Miller Sean D $228,000
Previous Owner Miller Sean D $228,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/27/2015 02/27/15 Sold $225,000 -6.1% $90 / Sq Ft
01/22/2015 01/22/15 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2015 01/06/15 Price Changed $239,625 -5.3% $96 / Sq Ft
12/15/2014 12/15/14 Price Changed $252,937 -0.8% $101 / Sq Ft
09/02/2014 09/02/14 Price Changed $255,000 -4.3% $102 / Sq Ft
08/08/2014 08/08/14 Price Changed $266,500 +0.9% $107 / Sq Ft
08/05/2014 08/05/14 For Sale $264,000 -- $106 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $10,527 $140,008 $20,134 $119,874
2023 $10,527 $128,755 $18,516 $110,239
2022 $9,738 $117,552 $30,434 $87,118
2021 $9,223 $110,212 $28,534 $81,678
2020 $8,396 $105,084 $27,206 $77,878
2019 $8,396 $101,924 $26,388 $75,536
2018 $8,256 $99,321 $25,714 $73,607
2017 $8,082 $97,164 $25,156 $72,008
2016 $7,855 $93,697 $24,258 $69,439
2015 $7,574 $89,671 $23,216 $66,455
2012 -- $91,418 $23,668 $67,750
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 08695097

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 22-27-213000